About this episode
Nicole Stephenson discusses the importance of women owning their accomplishments and the role of community in fostering confidence.
So many women are taught to downplay their accomplishments, even when they've done something extraordinary. In this episode of Women and Wealth, Nicole Stephenson joins Regina McCann Hess for a conversation about confidence, community, and what it means for women to show up unapologetically in their careers. A lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and the founder of Narrativa Consulting, Nicole has spent years helping professional women recognize their value, own their stories, and move forward with greater confidence. In this conversation, she shares how more than a decade of leading women's professional development programs shaped her perspective on mentorship, self-worth, and the power of women championing one another. She also talks about the inspiration behind her new book, the challenges women face in owning their accomplishments, and why community can be the catalyst for meaningful change. Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - Meet Nicole Stephenson 5:27 - "How to get your kudos", defining accomplishments 14:59 - Where to find more about Nicole and her book 18:20 - Some of the challenges Nicole has faced as a professional woman 22:41 - Nicole's…
People in this episode
Host: Regina McCann Hess
Guest: Nicole Stephenson
Topics covered
- women's empowerment
- confidence
- mentorship
- professional development
- community support
Keywords
- women's accomplishments
- confidence
- mentorship
- professional development
- community
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School, Narrativa Consulting
Books & works: Super Woman Wealth: How to Become Your Own Financial Hero
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